Beer Review 4 - Ayinger Oktober Fest-Marzen

This beer is the Ayinger Oktober Fest-Marzen, an “authentic Bavarian Festival lager” according to the label. This style of brewing dates from 16th century Bavaria. The Ayinger Oktober Fest is pale brown and medium-to full bodied, very malty and slightly sweet. It sports a nice clingy head (good lacing, as the beer guys would say) and has a rich, complex taste. This is the boldest beer I’ve tried so far, and after an initial “whoa!” I found that I really enjoyed it. The Ayinger Brewery was founded in 1878 and brews its Marzen in the traditional fashion. I suppose I’m drinking this a month late, but better late than never. This is a tasty brew.